Join the HJF Team!<\/p>\n
\u202fHJF is seeking a\u00a0Program Director SHL\u00a0to be In-charge of producing high-quality content that engages the community and builds brand recognition.
\nThis position will be in support\u202fof HJFMRI Tanzania activities.
\nThe Henry M. Jackson Foundation for the Advancement of Military Medicine (HJF) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing military medicine. We serve military, medical, academic and government clients by administering, managing and supporting preeminent scientific programs that benefit members of the armed forces and civilians alike.\u202fSince its founding in 1983, HJF has served as a vital link between the military medical community and its federal and private partners. HJF\u2019s support and administrative capabilities allow military medical researchers and clinicians to maintain their scientific focus and accomplish their research goals.<\/p>\n
Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Responsibilities<\/p>\n
HJFMRI Tanzania has a strong program portfolio and strategy that ensures it continues to be a partner of choice for HJFMRI supporting offices, potential private partners, and government partners.
\nHJFMRI is efficiently managing high-quality programs through effective partnerships, communication and coordination, and provides timely advice and reporting to donors and partners (Local NGOs, INGOs, stakeholders, and government).
\nHJFMRI\u2019s program and project personnel are highly competent and committed professionals who are mentored and performance managed and strive to reflect HJFMRI\u2019s core values and purpose.
\nHJFMRI\u2019s program and project teams are supported to collectively strengthen development practice through reflective learning and modifying approaches\/models to generate evidence-based results that makes greater program impact and positive change for individuals and communities.<\/p>\n
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\nLeadership and Management<\/p>\n
Oversee the day-to-day technical implementation of the HJFMRI Tanzania PEPFAR SHL HIV Program in line with the approved work plans and budgets, Tanzania Ministry of Health guidelines, HJF \/ MRI policies, SOPs and USG rules and regulations.
\nLead,\u00a0 mentor, coach, guide and train the Regional Program Managers,\u00a0 Senior Technical Advisors; Laboratory Services, Adult Care & Treatment,\u2013 HTS,\u00a0 \u2013 PMTCT & CECAP,\u00a0 Pediatric and Adolescent Care & Treatment and TB\/HIV & Nutrition\u00a0 to ensure they have the requisite skills to successfully meet defined SHL program deliverables or outcomes.
\nLead the SHL program team in the development of response plans or strategies to program implementation challenges, including taking the lead in the development of SHL program responses to related audit findings.<\/p>\n
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\nStrategy and Policy Development<\/p>\n
Direct the development of the HJFMRI Tanzania SHL program work plans and budgets based on the Country Operational Plan (COP) guidance.
\nOversee strategies to increase data use and demand amongst program and partners.<\/p>\n
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\nProgram Implementation<\/p>\n
Ensure that the SHL program implementation activities are fully compliant with the Tanzania Ministry of Health guidelines, HJF\/MRI policies, SOPs, guidelines, and USG rules and regulations.
\nDirect the implementation and monitoring of the HJFMRI Tanzania PEPFAR SHL program work plans and budgets to ensure successful realization of the SHL program deliverables.
\nWith specific directives or guidance and support from the Executive Director, represent the HJFMRI-Tanzania Senior Management Team in all matters pertaining to the implementation of the HJFMRI Tanzania PEPFAR SHL Program.
\nAdvise the HJFMRI Tanzania Senior Management Team (SMT) on the appropriate course of action or response(s) to developments or emerging issues that may impede the realization of the SHL program defined outcomes.
\nAdvise the Deputy Executive Director (DED) on the technical direction of the SHL Program, including reviewing all SHL program scope of works and trip reports prior to routing them to the Deputy Executive Director for further review and approval.
\nServe as a principal liaison with the Government of Tanzania, WRAIR, program partners and stakeholders to ensure effective program implementation and to build positive lasting relationships.
\nEnsure efficient management of SHL program financial resources including the review and approval of SHL Program budget and expenditure monitoring.
\nAssess expenditure, planning and implementing programmatic pivots based on burn rates\/financial information.
\nOversee the program reporting process in line with donor requirements.
\nOversee the preparation of regular and frequent oral and written reports for the senior management team members on the progress of HIV\/AIDS program activities, based on data analyzed by the monitoring, evaluation and learning team.
\nKeep abreast of developments regarding program changes and progress, to advise and recommend tools and strategies to increase program performance and results
\nSupervise all aspects of program field operations.<\/p>\n
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Monitoring and Evaluation<\/p>\n
Work closely with PQME Director to ensure program monitoring, evaluation, and reporting and ensure quality control and timeliness of all deliverables as required by the donor.
\nLead the process of developing and implementing project\/program baseline, annual, midterm, end of project surveys, assessments, tools, and develop and update
\nSupport project staff to be more reflective in their practice and create a learning environment by researching new development strategies or learning approaches, tools, processes that can value add to project implementation and encourage and train project teams to adopt new approaches\/tools.<\/p>\n
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Networking and Relationship<\/p>\n
Collaborate with IHPT\/MHRP and other HJF support counterparts to ensure that the SHL Program team is integrated with other HJFMRI Tanzania technical and business \/ support functions leads to meet HJFMRI\u2019s strategic objectives.
\nOversee efforts to build programmatic capacity in partner organizations.
\nTake the lead in forging and maintaining strong relationships with all SHL program stakeholders.
\nLiaise with Government stakeholders and partners to ensure stellar performance.\u00a0Liaise closely and regularly with donor, WRAIR\/DOD to ensure compliance with all program expectations and requirements.
\nWork closely and collaboratively with other senior management staff to meet demands for program performance improvement.
\nWork with HJFMRI Home Office staff to implement strategies that improve program performance.
\nEnsure efficient management of financial resources, including the review and approval of program budgets and expenditure monitoring.<\/p>\n
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Work Health, Security and Safety (WHSS)<\/p>\n
Ensure that program activities are carried out in a manner which does not adversely affect employees own health, security, and safety or that of others.
\nImmediately reporting all matters which may affect workplace health, security, and safety to the Executive Director
\nUndertaking only those tasks for which they have authorization and\/or the necessary training, and for which all necessary safety arrangements are in place; and
\nMay perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned or directed by the supervisor. This may include attendance of and participation in required training for role.<\/p>\n
Qualifications<\/p>\n
Education and Experience<\/p>\n
Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree with Master\u2019s Degree\u00a0 in Public Health, Health Economics, Health Policy, or relevant sector.<\/p>\n
Minimum of 10 years\u2019 working experience in managing complex health projects in Africa with at least six (6) years senior management experience.<\/p>\n
Experience leading and \/ or managing large USG-funded health programs [DoD, USAID, or CDC] including experience in partner relationship management, developing program work plans, developing program budgets, managing program implementation, managing technical teams and experience working with INGOs in a cross-cultural setting preferred.<\/p>\n
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\nRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities<\/p>\n
Excellent conceptual knowledge of current development practices, project design and proposal development requirements for donors
\nKnowledge of WRAIR regulations and guidelines (administrative, operations, financial and program reporting, etc.).
\nKnowledge of community-level challenges impacting health and social service delivery in Tanzania
\nDemonstrated success strengthening local systems and government institutions in Tanzania.
\nDemonstrated strategic management , organizational and planning skills
\nDiplomatic and culturally sensitive, enthusiastic for connecting with people of different backgrounds.
\nKnowledge and experience working across multi-disciplines
\nDemonstrated analytical skills and experience in identifying and evaluating best practices in continuous quality improvement, data for decision-making, and program monitoring and evaluation.
\nAbility to travel regularly within Tanzania.
\nAbility to effectively handle change and present ideas that motivate staff to strive for increased program effectiveness.
\nExcellent interpersonal, communication and relationship skills, including flexibility, diplomacy, intercultural communicative competence, and respect for colleagues.
\nDemonstrate high integrity and strong values, including confidentiality.
\nAbility to build and maintain sound relationships with multi stakeholders; competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels.
\nLeadership and Strategic thinking with an understanding of and commitment to international development
\nAbility to meet and communicate schedules and deadlines.
\nDemonstrate exceptional professional judgment.
\nDemonstrated ability to lead and manage program activities and staff and ability to model teamwork behaviors and team building skills.
\nHigh level of computer literacy with excellent English and Swahili verbal and writing skills.<\/p>\n
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\nSupervisory Responsibilities\u00a0<\/p>\n
Direct Supervisor: Direct authority to make decisions on the following: employee hiring, disciplinary action, starting salaries and merit increases; conduct employee performance evaluations and directs work activities.<\/p>\n
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Work Environment<\/p>\n
\u00a0This position will take place primarily in an Office setting.<\/p>\n
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Benefits<\/p>\n
\u202f\u00a0HJF offers a comprehensive suite of benefits focused on your health and well-being.<\/p>\n
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Employment with HJF is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, contacting your professional references, verification of previous employment, education and credentials, a criminal background check, and a department of motor vehicle (DMV) check if applicable.<\/p>\n
Any qualifications to be considered as equivalents, in lieu of stated minimums, require the prior approval of the Chief Human Resources Officer.<\/p>\n
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